African Marigold Maximix Dwarf Flower Seeds

Description

Estimated seeds: 40 per pack

African Marigold Maximix Dwarf is an old, popular variety. This vibrant dwarf mix produces abundant, double and semi-double ruffled blooms in a bold palette — ideal for borders, mass plantings, pots and containers. They’re fast to flower, low-maintenance and give a long, colourful display from spring into summer.

Sow indoors in February–March at 18–24 °C in trays. Prick out the seedlings after 3–6 weeks. At the end of April the plants can be transplanted into a greenhouse or under plastic; after mid-May you can plant outdoors in a sunny, wind-protected spot. Flowering typically begins 8–12 weeks after sowing and continues for months with regular deadheading — spring sowings usually flower March–June (regional variation applies).

Germination temperature: 18 – 24 °C.
Germination time in open ground/seedbed: 5 – 14 days (depends on soil warmth).
Sowing depth: 0.5 – 1 cm.
Distance between the lines: 30 – 40 cm. 
Distance on the line: 15 – 25 cm (depending on exact dwarf habit). 
Sowing density: 2 – 6 g / are (approx.). 
Number of seeds per gram: ~200 – 300 seeds (approx.). 
Lifespan (seed viability): 3 years (store cool & dry). 
Location: Full sun, well-drained soil; ideal for beds, borders and containers.